Update: The 5th grade students should be returning to the schools around 8:00pm.
Hello parents and guardians, the students are scheduled to return back to the school around 7:45. Thank you all for letting the students participate in the trip.
If you plan to attend our Emerson Title I parent engagement event on April 21, please return the RSVP tomorrow so we make sure we have enough ice cream ordered!
Hello Emerson families, the side door for morning drop off will be open from 7:30 to 8:00. The side door will be unoccupied starting at 8:00 as staff will need to go to classrooms. Students will need brought into the school starting at 8:00 through the main office door. Thank you for helping with this and have a great day.
We have a limited number of last year's yearbooks for $5 in the office. This is first come, first serve, cash only and must be purchased in the main office. Get one while you can!
Due to snowy and icy conditions impacting a significant portion of the southern part of Wood County, Wood County Schools will now be closed today, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. While some areas of the county may not be experiencing the same conditions, roadways in other areas remain hazardous. Because our buses and families travel across many different communities and road conditions, this decision was made to prioritize the safety of all students and staff throughout the entire county. We appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure everyone can travel safely.
Due to various road conditions throughout the county, Wood County Schools will be on a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
There is still time, and a few spaces remain—reserve your child’s spot in Pre-K at Wood County Schools today.
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/pre-k
https://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/pre-k
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Important Update Regarding the End of the School Year: We are pleased to share that the West Virginia Department of Education has granted Wood County Schools a waiver for three instructional days. As a result of this approval, the last day of school for students will remain Tuesday, June 2, 2026 — no changes have been made to the previously published school calendar. No further action is needed on your part. Please make note of this date as you plan for summer childcare, activities, and travel. For the most up-to-date school calendar information, visit woodcountyschoolswv.com/calendar. Thank you for your continued support of Wood County Schools.
Help Emerson celebrate literacy with a fun spirit week March 16-20.
Reminder: Harry Potter night is tomorrow, Thursday February 26 from 5:30-7:00 pm. This event is for 2nd through 5th grade. We hope to see you there!
Please join us on Friday for our Valentine's Day parties. Please no homemade food items. See image for details.
Wood County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, February 9, 2026, due to single-digit morning temperatures and challenging conditions on some secondary roads.
Wood County Schools will be closed today, Friday, February 6, 2026, due to expected snowfall and already icy roadway conditions. The safety of our students, families, and staff is our highest priority, and this decision was made after careful consideration of travel conditions across the district. Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep everyone safe.
Parents and guardians, weather forecasts have changed quickly this evening, and we are closely monitoring conditions overnight due to the potential for snow and hazardous travel. We understand that these situations can be challenging for families, and we appreciate your patience. We will provide an update by 6:00 a.m. Please continue to watch for additional communication.
Due to continued ice and snow on roadways - particularly in the southern part of Wood County - Wood County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay today, Wednesday, February 4, 2026. We appreciate families' attention to student safety, especially for those walking to school, as many sidewalks remain snow- and ice-covered.
Update: Due to the potential for adverse weather conditions later in the afternoon, Wood County Schools will operate on an NTID Day on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. To learn more about NTID, visit: woodcountyschoolswv.com/ntid
Wood County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, 2026. We are closely monitoring the winter weather advisory and any potential impact on road and campus conditions. Please continue to watch for updates as the situation develops.
Wood County Schools will operate on a Code NTID on Monday, February 2, 2026. Parents are encouraged to visit the district website for information about NTID days at woodcountyschoolswv.com/ntid. All extra-curriculars, including athletic practices and games, will resume tomorrow.